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Copy of Spruce Up Your Coffee Table

February 12, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Plants, Styling

Red bougainvilleas are beautiful off and on the branch. They create more interesting shapes than roses or tulips.

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February 12, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Plants, Styling

Copy of Homemade Ciabatta Bread

February 11, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Food Break

Nothing beats the slight tang and softness of a ciabatta. Here’s my recipe. Simply dip in some olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

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February 11, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Food Break

Copy of Three-Color Palette

February 10, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Living Rooms

When it comes to choosing decorative pieces, you want to stick to a maximum of three colors. Then it’s all about placement.

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February 10, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Living Rooms

Copy of Shelves over Cabinets

February 10, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Kitchens

If you have beautiful dishware and cookware, show them off with minimalist shelving. They’ll also be easier to access!

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February 10, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Kitchens

Copy of Bisecting Your Loft

February 09, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Lofts

Discover how to make the most of your loft space by creating a second floor that doesn’t make you feel like a giant.

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February 09, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Lofts

Copy of Midnight & Suflowers

February 08, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Bedrooms

Painting a bedroom dark blue is an austere choice, but balancing it with white and gold can give it an unorthodox serenity.

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February 08, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Bedrooms

Copy of Open Kitchen-Dining Combo

February 07, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Kitchens, Furniture

The open kitchen can do a lot to make a narrow space feel wider. Here’s some tips and furniture suggestions to make it even more spacious.

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February 07, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Kitchens, Furniture

Copy of Alignment

February 06, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Styling

Creating the best layout for your framed artwork can be a challenge. Luckily, these core design tenets can help you get started.

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February 06, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Styling

Copy of Chairs for the Foyer

February 06, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Furniture, Plants

For the “no shoes” households: give your foyer a lush look with potted trees and antique wooden chairs.

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February 06, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Furniture, Plants

Copy of Evolved Daybed

February 05, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Living Rooms, Furniture

Sometimes you want a living room that can double as a guest room. The daybed is a great couch solution that’s easy to convert.

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February 05, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Living Rooms, Furniture

Copy of The Absurdist Plays of Hank Monroe

February 04, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Monthly Musings

Hank Monroe is one of my favorite playwrights. It would certainly be a dream to build a set to his magnum opus, “Fire Lily.”

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February 04, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Monthly Musings

Copy of Utilitarian Centerpieces

February 03, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Kitchens

You don’t need flowers to give nuance to a dining table. Simple objects can be combined to create a centerpiece that’s both beautiful and useful.

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February 03, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Kitchens

Copy of Don’t Be Afraid of Painting it Teal

February 02, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Crafts, Furniture

Give an accent wall some more personality by painting a thrift store find the same color. Cool jewelry can double as decoration.

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February 02, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Crafts, Furniture

Copy of Luxury Deck Furniture

February 01, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Furniture, Outdoors

When it comes to the outdoors, it’s wise to invest in furniture that can stand up to the elements. Here are some recommendations.

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February 01, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Furniture, Outdoors

Copy of The Summer Home of Ada Basque

January 31, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Bedrooms

Artist Ada Basque gave us a tour of her beautiful home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she showed us how to use indigo.

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January 31, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Bedrooms

Copy of Room to Work

January 30, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Furniture, Styling

A lucite desk can illuminate and open up your workspace at a low cost. Balance the look with a more intricate chair.

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January 30, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Furniture, Styling

Copy of Modernizing the Tudor Cottage

January 28, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Living Rooms

Tudor architecture is known for its exposed ceiling beams. Adding a little plaster and paint is a great way to update and add depth to a room.

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January 28, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Living Rooms

Copy of Tropics

January 26, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Crafts

From simple color-blocking to handmade throw pillows, a little DIY can not only brighten a room, it can transport you to a different place entirely.

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January 26, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Crafts

Copy of Blackberry Vanilla Cake

January 23, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Food Break

Aside from being the only man at my friend’s baby shower, my favorite thing was the heavenly cake she baked.

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January 23, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Food Break

Copy of Coffee with Rebellious Pottery Artist Felicia Burke

January 22, 2016 by Jonathan Pears in Interviews

You might not expect a potter to ride a motorcycle, but that’s just one of the assumptions Felicia Burke defies.

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January 22, 2016 /Jonathan Pears
Interviews
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